| Date: | 01/21/2023 |
|---|---|
| Organization: | Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act Office |
| Regulatory Authority: | MGL c. 30, §§ 61 through 62L |
| Official Version: | Published by the Massachusetts Register |
This is an unofficial version of Commonwealth regulations and is posted here for the convenience of the public. It is not an official statement of the regulations.
These regulations, 301 CMR 11.00, became effective as of January 21, 2023.
Note: This is an unofficial version of Commonwealth regulations and is posted here for the convenience of the public. It is not an official statement of the regulations.
The MEPA Office proposes regulatory amendments to streamline MEPA review of qualifying housing and mixed-use projects to meet the Commonwealth’s housing production goals. The amendments also propose streamlining for conceptual urban renewal plans and ecological restoration limited projects as defined in Wetlands Protection Act regulations at 310 CMR 10.00.
Written comments will be accepted until 5:00pm on October 31, 2025 by email at MEPA-regs@mass.gov, or by mail to MEPA Office, Attn: MEPA Director, 100 Cambridge Street, 10th fl., Boston, MA 02114.
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